Sermons on convicting outsiders: showing 16-30 of 58,667

Outside Of Paradise

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Oct 6, 2014

To show that our desire should not be gold, perfumes and precious stones but the LORD.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you desire gold, perfumes and precious stones? Our delight must be the LORD only. Psalms 37:4 (Amplified Bible) 37:4 Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He will give you the desires and secret petitions of your heart. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 2:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Outside The Box Series

Contributed by Clair Sauer on Sep 17, 2015

We love to come to church, to sit in this wonderful place, to bask in God’s special presence here. But Christ calls us beyond these walls. This place is not the destination of our spiritual life, but the launching point for our work in God’s Kingdom.

These days, if I have a few minutes to enjoy a TV show, my go-to is either some sort of home improvement show the likes of which you find on HGTV, or a cooking show, like “Chopped,” “Hell’s Kitchen,” or “MasterChef.” Though, I must admit, my favorite is ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:13-16

Denomination: United Methodist

Insiders And Outsiders Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Feb 27, 2014

God destroys the barriers that divide us. In Him there are no insiders or outsiders.

EPHESIANS # 4 Last week I took the text for the message from Ephesians 2:1-10. That passages hinges on two words in v. 4 – “But, God...” With those words darkness is turned light, hopelessness is thrown aside for favor, a desperate situation is changed to one of amazing ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:11-22

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Inside And Outside Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Jan 14, 2016

Jesus heals a paralytic and eats with tax collectors.

Mark 2:1-22 “Inside and Outside” INTRODUCTION Often times our images of heaven are peaceful and serene. The books, Heaven is for Real and Ninety Minutes in Heaven, certainly underscore this thought. Heaven is a place to be reunited with family and friends. There is no struggle ...read more

Scripture: Mark 2:1-22

Denomination: Lutheran

Outside Of The Box

Contributed by John Telgren on Feb 11, 2017

The Bible is our standard and is what defines our freedoms and boundaries. It is important to spend generous amounts of time in the word in order to grow in knowing God and how God want us to serve him

In a conversation, someone posed an interesting and much needed question to me. "Is it wise to think outside of the box?" There are many, including myself, who have used this phrase. Wisdom would seem to dictate that this, like many other things, should have a caveat to it. Many things pressed to ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Inside Outside Series

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Aug 31, 2007

What impresses Christians is not necessary what impresses lost people; but both groups are impressed by genuineness.

Inside Outside (I Thessalonians 4:9-12) 1. Sometimes it is difficult to impress people. 2. During a visit to the mental asylum, a visitor asked the Director what the criterion was which defined whether or not a patient should be institutionalized. "Well," said the Director, "we fill up a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Influence With Outsiders Series

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Sep 11, 2007

Where are the Christians who would stand out in a crowd? The church seems to conform and be idle in sharing the gospel. But Christ call is still alive for us today.

Stand Out- Part 1 Influence with Outsiders Pastor Ryan Akers Matthew 3:1-12 What have you ever done to stand out in a crowd? Life pushes conformity, we are crying to make an impression on this world. We want to because deep down we know there is something more than what we have right now. The ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

A Man Of Conviction Series

Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Oct 1, 2015

God will provide the necessary boldness if he has called you to be His voice of truth and reason.

ELIJAH—A MAN OF LIKE PASSIONS 06 A Prophet of Conviction TEXT: 1 Kings 18:17-20 1 Kings 18:17-20 KJV And it came to pass, when Ahab saw Elijah, that Ahab said unto him, Art thou he that troubleth Israel? [18] And he answered, I have not troubled Israel; but thou, and thy father's ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 18:17-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Men Of Conviction

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 7, 2022

When we talk about Bible convictions, we are not talking about preferences.

Illus: David Gibbs, is a lawyer that has fought many battles in the court room on the difference between convictions and preferences. According to the US Supreme Court - • A preference is a very strong belief, held with great strength. A preference is a strong belief, but a belief that you will ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:1-23

Denomination: Baptist

The Processes Of Conviction

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Thank God for godly sorrow that produces repentance. May the Lord help us to be more senstivie to the prodding of His Holy Spirit’s conviction so we may please the Lord more and bear fruit in every good.

1. We live in an age when people are very careful not to offend one another. Yet, truth always is a two-edged sword that convicts people of not living up to Godâs standard of righteousness. Theme: Conviction is a healthy process that the Lord takes people through to bring them to a realization of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 9:6-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Extreme Convictions

Contributed by James Wilson on Nov 23, 2000

Living with convictions improves our quality of life.

Extreme Convictions Daniel 3:5-25 Those of us who pray for the persecuted church, mourned the loss of Cardinal Ignatius Kung who died last month at the age of 98. Though I'm not a Catholic, I admire Cardinal Kung who stood by his convictions, and withstood persecution for his faith. He was ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 3:5-25

Denomination: Baptist

The Conviction Of Sin Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Apr 24, 2001

This is a propositional/expositional sermon with an aim at practical application of Joseph’s dealings with his brothers--likening it to the way God deals with Christians about their sin and lack of repentance.

The Conviction of Sin Genesis 44 Introduction: 1. Joseph’s brothers had undoubtedly learned the art of subtlety that their father had practiced so well throughout his young adult life. 2. They had deceived their father many times, the worst ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Conviction Of Sin Series

Contributed by Andrew Stringer on Apr 24, 2001

This is a propositional/expositional sermon with an aim at practical application of Joseph’s dealings with his brothers--likening it to the way God deals with Christians about their sin and lack of repentance.

The Conviction of Sin Genesis 44 Introduction: 1. Joseph’s brothers had undoubtedly learned the art of subtlety that their father had practiced so well throughout his young adult life. 2. They had deceived their father many times, the worst of which was in the matter of Joseph’s supposed death! ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 44:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Convenience Or Conviction?

Contributed by Jose R. Hernandez on Jul 11, 2007

I ask you today, what motivates your behavior? But to understand the complexity of the question that I have just asked, we will first have to know the definition of this small word “behavior.”

Today I am going to start with a question. It is a question that will make us do some soul searching. I ask you today, what motivates your behavior? But to understand the complexity of the question that I have just asked, we will first have to know the definition of this small word “behavior.” ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:21-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Is A Conviction?

Contributed by Eduardo Quintana on Apr 1, 2011

TEN SCRIPTURAL CONVICTIONS …which every man must teach his family in order to protect them from destructive influences of wrong desires, false philosophies and Satanic temptations.

What is a conviction? A conviction is a basic scriptural principle which we purpose to follow, whatever the cost! How do convictions differ from preferences? Quiz: Which are convictions and which are preferences? 1. I have a conviction that I should try and overcome a drinking ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:3-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational